Transforming Alamo Stadium

The stadium opened Saturday night after undergoing its first major renovation since it opened in 1940. The $35 million project was completed in time for the 2014 football season.

By Compiled by Chris Quinn and Merrisa Brown

on August 16, 2014 6:51 PM

Photo: TOM REEL, San Antonio Express-News

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San Antonio fans can now take home a piece of 'The Rockpile,' as SAISD announced it will sell the authentic Alamo Stadium seats.

Many have great memories of the 1940s-era stadium. Click through the slideshow to see the transformation of Alamo Stadium. less

San Antonio fans can now take home a piece of 'The Rockpile,' as SAISD announced it will sell the authentic Alamo Stadium seats.

Many have great memories of the 1940s-era stadium. Click through the slideshow to ... more

Photo: TOM REEL, San Antonio Express-News

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A fireworks display tops off the evening as SAISD officials rededicate the historic Alamo Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014. The facility, affectionately known as the Rockpile, has been closed since 2013 for major renovation. less

A fireworks display tops off the evening as SAISD officials rededicate the historic Alamo Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014. The facility, affectionately known as the Rockpile, has been closed since 2013 for ... more

The original drainage system that lies underneath the middle of the field at Alamo Stadium is seen on Nov. 26, 2013. The cistern is believed to have been built by hand, according to a construction representative. less

The original drainage system that lies underneath the middle of the field at Alamo Stadium is seen on Nov. 26, 2013. The cistern is believed to have been built by hand, according to a construction ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

The original drainage system that lies underneath the middle of the... Photo-5519085.74920 - Houston Chronicle

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A camera-phone panoramic image of the field area as construction is still underway at Alamo Stadium on Nov. 26, 2013.

A camera-phone panoramic image of the field area as construction is still underway at Alamo Stadium on Nov. 26, 2013.

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

A camera-phone panoramic image of the field area as construction is... Photo-5519083.74920 - Houston Chronicle